Grandma Covington's Cheese Apple Pie Crust

Grandma Covington's Cheese Apple Pie Crust
20 min.
8
166kcal

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Welcome to a delightful twist on a classic dessert that will surely elevate your pie game: Grandma Covington's Cheese Apple Pie Crust. This unique recipe combines the comforting, nostalgic flavors of homemade pie with the scrumptious addition of sharp Cheddar cheese. The result? A beautifully flaky crust that has a savory edge, making it the perfect complement to your favorite apple filling.

Within just 20 minutes, you can whip up this amazing crust that serves eight, and not only is it incredibly easy to prepare, but it's also a delightful change from traditional pie crusts. Imagine the surprise on your family’s faces as they take the first slice and savor the unexpected depth of flavor the cheese brings to the table.

This crust features a harmonious blend of cornmeal and all-purpose flour, giving it a unique texture and taste. The addition of shortening not only adds flakiness but also keeps the crust tender and delightful. With a caloric count of just 166 kcal per serving, it’s a guilt-free indulgence that will leave everyone asking for seconds.

Whether you're preparing for a family gathering, a holiday feast, or simply a cozy night in, this cheese apple pie crust will undoubtedly impress your guests and become a cherished recipe in your own kitchen, just as it has in Grandma Covington’s. Ready to give it a try?

Ingredients

  • 0.3 cup cornmeal 
  • 0.8 cup flour all-purpose sifted
  • 0.5 teaspoon salt 
  • 0.3 cup shortening 
  • 0.5 cup cheddar cheese shredded
  • 2.5 tablespoons water cold

Equipment

  • bowl
  • pie form

Directions

  1. In a medium bowl sift flour, cornmeal and salt together, stir in cheese.
  2. Cut in shortening until mixture forms coarse crumbs.
  3. Add the water one tablespoon at a time; mix until dough just holds together. Form into a ball.
  4. Roll out dough to 1/8 of an inch on a lightly floured board; place in a 9 inch pie dish. Use as directed in pie recipe.

Nutrition Facts

Calories166kcal
Protein8.04%
Fat61.36%
Carbs30.6%

Properties

Glycemic Index
21.31
Glycemic Load
8.68
Inflammation Score
-2
Nutrition Score
3.4408696073553%

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:166.06kcal
8.3%
Fat:11.35g
17.46%
Saturated Fat:3.56g
22.26%
Carbohydrates:12.74g
4.25%
Net Carbohydrates:11.95g
4.35%
Sugar:0.13g
0.15%
Cholesterol:7.06mg
2.35%
Sodium:192.54mg
8.37%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:3.35g
6.69%
Selenium:6.27µg
8.96%
Vitamin B1:0.11mg
7.38%
Folate:24.62µg
6.15%
Manganese:0.11mg
5.64%
Phosphorus:56.18mg
5.62%
Vitamin B2:0.09mg
5.51%
Calcium:52.3mg
5.23%
Vitamin K:4.76µg
4.53%
Vitamin B3:0.82mg
4.09%
Vitamin E:0.6mg
4.01%
Iron:0.71mg
3.95%
Zinc:0.5mg
3.31%
Fiber:0.78g
3.13%
Magnesium:9.85mg
2.46%
Vitamin B6:0.04mg
1.97%
Vitamin B5:0.17mg
1.68%
Copper:0.03mg
1.6%
Vitamin A:70.77IU
1.42%
Vitamin B12:0.07µg
1.25%
Source:Allrecipes